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Robin Olds (born Robert Oldys Jr.; July 14, 1922 – June 14, 2007) was an American fighter pilot and general officer in the United States Air Force (USAF). He was a "triple ace", with a combined total of 17 victories in World War II and the Vietnam War. He retired in 1973 as a brigadier general, after 30 years of service.
Brig. Gen. Robin Olds' hallmarks were boldness, courage and leadership. A World War II ace and Air Force Cross recipient, he gained widespread fame and respect as the aggressive commander of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing during the Southeast Asia War.
Brigadier General Robin Olds is the director of aerospace safety in the Air Force Inspection and Safety Center, a separate operating agency and an organization of the Office of the Inspector General, Headquarters U.S. Air Force.
Brigadegeneral Robin Olds war ein bekanntes amerikanisches Fliegerass während des Zweiten Weltkriegs und des Vietnamkriegs.
15. Juni 2007 · Col. Robin Olds paints a victory star on his F-4C Phantom, Scat XXVII. He was the commander of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing at Ubon Air Base, Thailand, and was credited with shooting down four enemy MiG aircraft in aerial combat over North Vietnam. (U.S. Air Force photo)
20. Juni 2007 · Brig. Gen. Robin Olds was a World War II fighter ace who became an aviation legend by commanding the Air Force wing that shot down seven MIGs over North Vietnam in the biggest air battle of the...
30. Nov. 2023 · A profile of Robin Olds, a legendary Air Force fighter pilot who flew in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. He was an ace, a commander, a leader, and a controversial figure who died in 2007.
